Adding Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators Flashcard

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and if necessary, simplify the result.

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What does 'like denominators' mean?

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Like denominators are denominators that are the same in two or more fractions, making it easier to add or subtract them.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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The first step is to add the whole numbers together.

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What do you do if the sum of the fractions is an improper fraction?

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If the sum of the fractions is an improper fraction, convert it to a mixed number and add it to the whole number.